RTG Pokies

When we mentioned that RTG games were not as good as those created by some of the big players, we meant pokies.

For more than 20 years, RTG has developed a plethora of pokies, and understandably, not all of them are of the same quality.

If you choose some of the older titles, you will see that their graphics and sounds are rudimentary and generic.

However, as time passed by, their pokies have improved in terms of visual appearance a lot, so some of the latest releases boast eye-catching graphics and animations.

As for bonus features, you won’t miss out on the fun if you choose older RTG pokies. This particularly applies to their Real Series pokies that have with free spins, multipliers, bonus features and local progressive jackpots that can trigger on any spin.

When you start browsing their pokie library, you will notice a variety of themes and structures. They offer classic, video and progressive pokies played at 3, 5 or 6 reels.

The number of paylines varies from one title to another, and some of them offer winning ways instead or use the All Ways Pays mechanics.

RTG Blackjack

Blackjack is one of the most popular classics, and RTG has made sure to include it in its portfolio.

At the best RTG-powered online casinos accepting Kiwis, you will find not only the standard version of the game but also a few variations.

The traditional version of the game uses six decks and the soft 17 rule, meaning that the dealer must hit on a soft 17.

As for other versions of the game, RTG offers Blackjack + Perfect Pairs, European Blackjack, Face Up 21, Match Play 21, Suit ‘Em Up 21, Super 21 and Pontoon.

All game variants have the same goal, to beat the dealer with a hand totalling 21 or closest to 21 without exceeding it.

However, each one of them has a rule that makes it stand apart, like Super 21 paying out special prizes for a Diamond Blackjack, which is a hand that consists of two diamond cards totalling 21.

If you want to try out any of RTG Blackjack variants, make sure to get to know its rules before you start wagering your dollarydoos.

RTG Roulette

Players from ‘Straya who prefer games of chance can try their luck at two Roulette games powered by RTG.

They are European and American Roulette and they come with standard rules you are familiar with if you have ever played any of these.

Both versions of the game have a simple yet neat design with nothing distracting players from the gameplay.

American Roulette is a double zero game variant that comes with a higher house edge of 5.26%, which makes it quite unpopular.

On the other hand, European Roulette comes with a 2.7% house edge since it uses a wheel with a single zero.

RTG European Roulette allows you to play neighbour bets as it comes with a racetrack betting layout where you can place them.

While their design may be a bit dated, both games will provide you with a satisfactory gaming experience thanks to multiple betting options.

RTG Video Poker

Video Poker, another online casino staple, comes in a wide range of variants at RTG-powered online casinos.

Players can choose from 1-hand, 3-hand, 10-hand and 52-hand games and use their skills to beat the machine with a better poker hand.

RTG’s Video Poker section includes some of the most popular game variations Jacks or Better and Deuces Wild.

However, keep in mind that Jacks or Better is not a full-pay variant, but 6/5, which lowers the RTP of the game to 95%.

Other RTG-powered Video Poker games include Aces and Eights, where you can win special payouts for 4-of-a-kind As, 8s and 7s, Joker Poker, where a joker can complete your combinations, and Loose Deuces, where a deuce can replace any other card while special payouts can be earned with 4-of-a-kind hands or Wild Royals.

There are also All American Poker, Bonus Deuces Wilds, Bonus Poker, Bonus Poker Deluxe, Double Bonus Poker, Double Double Bonus Poker and Sevens Wild.

All game variants played in one hand allow you to double your win in the Double or Nothing Bonus Round.

RTG Progressive Jackpots

While many RTG pokies offer local progressive jackpots, when we talk about progressive jackpots, we talk about those pokies that pay life-changing prizes, and the provider offers a few of these.

They are Aztec’s Millions, Megasaur and Spirit of the Inca.

As older titles, these games may not be the most attractive in terms of their appearance, but millions in NZD ready to be won on any spin seem like a good reason to give them a go.

Progressive pokies are not the only games awarding jackpots that keep increasing until they are won.

In their Progressives section, you will also find two Poker variants, Caribbean Hold ’em Poker and Caribbean Stud Poker, that can pay a mind-blowing jackpot.

To win one of the progressive payouts, you need to place a progressive bet and create a flush hand or better.

The full amount of the jackpot is paid out on a royal flush hand only.

Crazy Vegas

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A set of 5 white reels coupled with 20 adjustable paylines is the first thing that you will notice once you load the RTG 2012 release.

It features 2D graphics and generic sounds but manages to take you to Sin City where you can enjoy some real casino action.

The reels are home to theme-related symbols only, which we highly appreciate. They include dice, roulette wheel, playing cards as well as a few vivid characters.

The game features three special symbols – Crazy Vegas Wild/Scatter, Free Spins Scatter and Big Bonus.

The first one completes your winning combos and pays anywhere it lands. Free Spins Scatter is responsible for triggering the free spins feature where your payouts will be subject to an awarded multiplier.

Last but not least, the Bonus icon activates the Big Bonus feature where two wheels will spin to determine payouts.

The game has an RTP of 94%, which is lower than the industry average.

5 Wishes

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Probably the most popular Arabic folk tale, Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, inspired RTG to turn it into one of their most popular pokie machines.

Using 5 reels and 25 non-fixed paylines, the game brings Aladdin, the princess and monkey to the reels. Playing card icon fill the rest of the positions.

Genie assumes the role of Wild that appears on reel 1 to help you create more wins. This symbol will turn high-paying symbols into

Wilds, which will boost your odds.

Land 3 or more Magic Lamp Scatters to unlock between 20 and 100 freebies during which Genie Wild is inactive. However, the feature can be retriggered.

The 5 Wishes slot comes with a local progressive jackpot that can be triggered on any spin.

Aztec's Millions

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Themed on the ancient civilisation, Aztec’s Millions is one of RTG’s progressive pokies.

Since its launch in 2015, it has been one of their most played titles due to a progressive jackpot ticking away.

It is a networked jackpot, meaning that all players wagering on it contribute to its prize pool. Aztec’s Millions is a 5-reel, 25-payline pokies that can pay millions of NZD in a single spin.

Aztec King will replace all regular symbols acting as Wild that hits the central three reels only.

By landing 3 or more Idol Scatters anywhere in view, you can win up to 100x the bet and 25 free spins.

The most wanted symbol is Aztec’s Millions that awards the progressive jackpot when 5 of these appear on one of the paylines. The game’s RTP is 94%.

Sweet 16

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This title is the perfect fit for all pokie enthusiasts with a sweet tooth out there.

Launched in 2016, it is all about matching candies and other confectionery populating the reels.

All symbols are theme-related, and you need to land identical ones on adjacent reels to win prizes as there are no standard paylines here.

This is one of RTG’s All Ways Pays pokie machines. It is played at 5 reels.

The heart-shaped Sweet 16 symbol is Wild that appears on all the reels except from the first one.

Another special icon is Scatter depicted as a round candy lollipop that pays up to 500x the stake.

Whenever you create a win, successful symbols will morph, and new ones will appear in their place. The feature is active as long as new combinations are formed.

Each morph will increase the multiplier up to 10x.

There are also 16 free spins up for grabs where the multiplier starts at 2x and goes all the way up to 20x.

Witch's Brew

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Played at 5 reels and 25 adjustable paylines, Witch’s Brew is a pokie inspired by black magic. It takes you to the witch’s lair where you can hit some hefty prizes if you are brave enough.

The reels are home to all kinds of magic-related stuff you can imagine, including a black cat and a green toad. The game boasts impressive visuals and uses a spooky soundtrack that will send shivers down your spin.

The Witch’s Brew slot comes packed with bonus features, which is one of the main reasons players adore it. It features two Wild symbols, Witch and Dragon Fang.

They appear on the three middle reels to complete your wins, and Witch Wild will double your payouts.

A vial with Goblin Blood is Scatter that can trigger up to 125 free games. During free spins, Wilds appear grouped, and all payouts are doubled.

On top of it all, there is the Wild brew feature triggered when three same Wilds appear at the same time. The reels 2, 3 and 4 are kept in their place while the reels 1 and 5 respin up to 10 times for more chances of winning.

Ronin

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Last but not least, Ronin is a 5-reel, 20-payline pokie that takes you straight to Japan.

This is yet another older title in this list, but we promise that its bonus features compensate the dated visuals and generic sound.

The plain white reels are home to symbols related to the theme of the game and playing card icons.

While its appearance may strike you as simple, the bonus features in Ronin are nothing like that.

As a matter of fact, they make the game pretty dardy. Meet Ronin, the Samurai, who acts dually, as Wild and Scatter.

There is another Wild represented as the Koku symbol, and it hits the reel 3 only and doubles all payouts it is part of.

If you land Koku Wild and two Ronin Wilds/Scatters anywhere in view at the same time, you will trigger one of three bonus features: up to 3 respins with Ronin Wilds covering the reel 3, 5 free spins with up to 5x multiplier or 25 freebies with all payouts trebled.